@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
The Song of Sway Lake
In the wake of his father’s suicide, young record collector Ollie Sway returns to the family lake house with his friend Nikolai in tow to lay claim to an invaluable jazz recording. An unexpected visit from Ollie’s estranged grandmother and a chance encounter with a girl from across the lake derail their search, forcing them to confront the Sway family history and a suffering that has resounded through generations.
Quick Stats
5.2
TMDB Rating
23
Votes
1h 34m
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Key Crew
DirectorAri Gold
WriterElizabeth Bull
CinematographyEric Lin
ComposerEthan Gold
EditorGabriel Wrye
Production DesignAda Smith
Produced by
Grack FilmsSocial ConstructAct Zero Films
Where to Watch
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Rory Culkin
Ollie Sway
Robert Sheehan
Nikolai
Mary Beth Peil
Charlie Sway
Isabelle McNally
Isidora
Elizabeth Peña
Marlena
Jack Falahee
Jimmy
Brian Dennehy
Hal Sway
Anna Shields
Heather
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Jason Brill
Timmy Sway
Z
Zak Kilberg
O
Olivia Mogul
